1996 Ford Contour Intermittent Brake Light

1996 FORD CONTOUR
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MIKE1225
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The brake light on the dash panel 'comes on' and 'turns off' at times. Does this mean that I need to have my brakes serviced ? (I did not think the brake light was that sophisticated........that is only reminded me that I had the emergency brake engaged).

Thanks.
Jan 18, 2006 at 3:33 AM
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could be that the pads are worn down enough that the fluid in the master cylinder is low hence warninng light comes on. wheel cylinders could be leaking if so equipped allowing fluid to escape the braking system.
when it comes to brakes don't screw around have them checked by a professional!
Jan 18, 2006 at 6:21 AM
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Have the brake system professionally inspected. The intermittent dash brake light may indicate low master-cylinder fluid from worn pads, or fluid loss from leaking wheel cylinders if equipped.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1996 Ford Contour reported that the dash brake light comes on and goes off intermittently and asked whether the brakes need service, noting they thought the light only indicated the parking brake was engaged. The expert said worn pads could lower master-cylinder fluid enough to trigger the warning, or wheel cylinders could be leaking if the vehicle has them, and advised having the brakes checked by a professional rather than delaying.

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